Thursday, December 19, 2024
6:00PM – 7:00PM ET
Please note this Breakout Session program is 6:00PM Eastern, 5:00PM Central, 4:00PM Mountain and 3:00PM Pacific.
PRESENTING FACULTY
David Eichenbaum, MD, FAAO Collaborative Associate Professor Department of Ophthalmology University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Director of Research Retina Vitreous Associates of Florida St. Petersburg, FL |
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This virtually live activity program aims to increase clinicians’ awareness of gaps and burdens associated with treatment of diabetic macular edema (DME) that can contribute to poorer vision outcomes. Along with didactic presentation, this activity will include small group case-study discussions to provide retina specialists and comprehensive ophthalmologists will acquire knowledge and tactics to address these barriers through individualized approaches to treatment, such as dosing strategies and use of next-generation anti-VEGF therapy. Featuring a panel discussion to enhance the practical integration of addressing treatment burden.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This initiative is designed to meet the educational needs of retina specialists, comprehensive ophthalmologists, and retina fellows involved in the management of patients with retinal vascular disease.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Evaluate adherence barriers in DME treatment, including injection frequency and patient factors
- Analyze the duration of effectiveness in established and emerging therapies for DME
- Identify patients eligible for dosing modifications or transitioning to longer-lasting therapies, based on individual, treatment, and disease considerations
- Personalize treatment selection and dosing strategies to optimize care for DME patients
JOINT ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
In support of improving patient care, Med Learning Group is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
PHYSICIAN CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
Med Learning Group designates this virtually live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the virtually live activity.
NURSES (ANCC) CREDIT DESIGNATION
Med Learning Group designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 ANCC contact hour.
DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT
In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, educational programs sponsored by Med Learning Group must demonstrate balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor. All faculty, authors, editors, staff, and planning committee members participating in an MLG-sponsored activity are required to disclose any relevant financial interest or other relationship with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial services that are discussed in an educational activity.
DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE
Med Learning Group requires that faculty participating in any CE activity disclose to the audience when discussing any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the United States. During the course of this lecture, the faculty may mention the use of medications for both FDA-approved and non-approved indications.
DISCLAIMER
Med Learning Group makes every effort to develop CE activities that are scientifically based. This activity is designed for educational purposes. Participants have a responsibility to utilize this information to enhance their professional development in an effort to improve patient outcomes. Conclusions drawn by the participants should be derived from careful consideration of all available scientific information. The participant should use his/her clinical judgment, knowledge, experience, and diagnostic decision-making expertise before applying any information, whether provided here or by others, for any professional use.
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Staff will be glad to assist you with any special needs. Please contact Med Learning Group prior to participating at [email protected]